For avid readers looking for their next great read, here are 10 must-read novels of 2021 that are sure to captivate and inspire.
1. “The Vanishing Half” by Brit Bennett: This bestseller follows the lives of twin sisters who take different paths in life, exploring themes of identity, race, and family.
2. “Klara and the Sun” by Kazuo Ishiguro: This thought-provoking novel tells the story of an artificial friend named Klara and her unique perspective on the world.
3. “The Push” by Ashley Audrain: A gripping psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of motherhood and the dark secrets that can lurk beneath the surface.
4. “Project Hail Mary” by Andy Weir: This science fiction novel follows a lone astronaut on a mission to save humanity, with plenty of twists and turns along the way.
5. “The Four Winds” by Kristin Hannah: Set during the Dust Bowl era, this emotional historical fiction novel follows a woman’s journey to protect her family and find a better life.
6. “The Paris Library” by Janet Skeslien Charles: Based on true events, this novel follows a librarian in Nazi-occupied Paris who risks her life to protect books and knowledge.
7. “The Sanatorium” by Sarah Pearse: A chilling mystery set in a remote Swiss Alps hotel, where dark secrets and sinister forces lurk.
8. “The Prophets” by Robert Jones Jr.: This powerful debut novel explores love and resilience among enslaved men on a Deep South plantation.
9. “The Code Breaker” by Walter Isaacson: A fascinating biography of geneticist Jennifer Doudna, who co-discovered the CRISPR technology that revolutionized genetic engineering.
10. “The Last Thing He Told Me” by Laura Dave: A suspenseful thriller about a woman who uncovers shocking truths about her husband’s past, as she races to uncover the truth before it’s too late.
With a diverse range of genres and themes, these must-read novels of 2021 offer something for every book lover. So grab a cup of tea, curl up with a blanket, and dive into one of these captivating reads today!